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COAS elevates Army PRO Appolonia Anele to full Colonel
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the promotion of Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, to the rank of full Colonel.
Her elevation comes as recognition of her dedication and exemplary contribution to the Nigerian Army.
The decoration ceremony took place at the Army Headquarters in Abuja, where Major General Bamidele Alabi represented the COAS.
He commended Colonel Anele for her professionalism and encouraged the Directorate of Army Public Relations to continue presenting the Army’s image in a responsible and credible manner.
The COAS emphasized that public trust is a strategic enabler critical to the success of military operations. “Transparent, accountable, and timely communication is vital to strengthening national confidence in our Armed Forces,” he said.
He tasked Colonel Anele with maintaining high standards of discipline, professionalism, and leadership while mentoring her team to enhance the Directorate’s effectiveness.
In her remarks, Colonel Anele expressed gratitude to Almighty God, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and the COAS for their guidance and support in her career growth.
The ceremony was attended by senior serving and retired officers, including Brigadier General Sani Usman Kukasheka (Rtd) and Colonel Mustapha Anka (Rtd), as well as family and well-wishers.
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